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Pampano (Calathea lutea)

Calathea lutea, also known as Pampano, is a large tropical plant with striking foliage and occasional white flowers, often cultivated ornamentally.

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Sunlight

Prefers bright, indirect light.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist.

Soil

Rich, well-draining potting mix, such as a peat-based blend with added perlite.

Temperature

Prefers warm temperatures.

Habitat

Indoor, Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers bright, indirect light.

Protect from direct sun, which can scorch leaves.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist.

Water when the top inch of soil is dry. Avoid waterlogging.

Soil

Rich, well-draining potting mix, such as a peat-based blend with added perlite.

Temperature

Prefers warm temperatures.

Ideal range is 18-24°C. Avoid cold drafts.

Habitat

Indoor, Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed during the growing season.

Use a balanced liquid fertilizer every 2-4 weeks from spring to summer.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Foliage, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Pot

Plant Environment

Indoor, Outdoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

2-4 m

Spread

1-2 m

Growth Rate

Moderate to fast

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple, oblong to ovate

Flower Size

2-3 cm

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Synonyms
Calathea cachibou (Jacq.) Lindl. ex Horan.
Calathea discolor G.Mey.
Calathea magnifica C.V.Morton & Skutch
Maranta argentea W.Bull
Maranta cachibou Jacq.
Maranta casupo Jacq.
Maranta disticha Buc'hoz
Maranta lutea Aubl.
Phrynium casupo (Jacq.) Roscoe
Phrynium luteum (Aubl.) Sweet
Phyllodes lutea (Aubl.) Kuntze
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classLiliopsida
  • orderZingiberales
  • familyMarantaceae
  • genusCalathea
  • speciesCalathea lutea
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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